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Deoksugung Stone Wall Path (덕수궁 돌담길)

Deoksugung Stone Wall Path (덕수궁 돌담길)

7.9Km    2025-01-10

24 Sejong-daero 19-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul

The Deoksugung Stone Wall Path runs along the wall of Deoksugung Palace. It is beautifully lit and landscaped, giving it a romantic atmosphere even at night. There are street performances and flea markets, and the area boasts many famous cafes and restaurants along Jeongdong street. In autumn, the ginkgo trees and walls form a stunning scene. Close to major cultural facilities such as the Seoul Museum of Art and Seoul Museum of History, it attracts numerous visitors come for a stroll.

Olens - Konkuk Univ. Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (오렌즈 건대)

7.9Km    2024-04-18

224, Achasan-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul

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Deoksugung Palace (덕수궁)

Deoksugung Palace (덕수궁)

7.9Km    2025-06-25

99 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul

Registered as a Historic Site, Deoksugung Palace was initially not a royal palace, but the residential home of Grand Prince Wolsan (1454-1488), the older brother of King Seongjong (1469-1494) of the Joseon dynasty. It wasn't until 1593 that the palace was used as a temporary palace of the royal family after their home was burned down during the Imjin War. King Seonjo also stayed at Deoksugung Palace after returning to the city. It became a proper palace when Gwanghaegun (1575-1641) ascended to the throne and gave this royal residence the name Gyeongungung Palace in 1611. Over the following decades, the palace alternated between being an official palace and a temporary residence. The name did not change officially to Deoksugung Palace, meaning the “palace of virtuous longevity,” until 1907. While the palace once encompassed a vast area with many buildings, the current palace grounds are just a small shadow of the prior splendor, with very few structures remaining.

Olive Young - National Assembly Station Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 국회의사당역점)

7.9Km    2024-06-27

B2F, B 758, Gukhoe-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu

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Bangsan Wholesale Market (방산 종합시장)

Bangsan Wholesale Market (방산 종합시장)

7.9Km    2024-10-30

20, Dongho-ro 37-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2268-6691

Bangsan Market is a wholesale market with approximately 250 stores that sells packaging and promotional materials. The market was popular with patissiers in the past and is currently more famous for being a bakery street.

Janganmun (장안문)

Janganmun (장안문)

7.9Km    2021-03-19

29, Eulji-ro 3-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-755-0673

A barbecue specialty restaurant located near Euljiro 1(il)ga Station in Seoul. The most famous menu is grilled beef brisket. A Korean BBQ restaurant.

Olive Young - Hwanghak Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 황학사거리)

Olive Young - Hwanghak Sageori Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 황학사거리)

7.9Km    2024-04-17

410, Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul

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Eunjujeong (은주정)

Eunjujeong (은주정)

7.9Km    2024-03-12

32, Changgyeonggung-ro 8-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-2265-4669

Situated near Gwangjang Market, Eunjujeong focuses on kimchi jjigae. Served wrapped in lettuce, it offers a unique delicacy. They also sell barbecued pork belly, which is grilled in the traditional Korean style. After finishig the meal, it's recommended to take a walk along Cheonggyecheon Stream right in front of the restaurant. Across Cheonggyecheon Stream is Gwangjang Market, which is also worth exploring, enriching the experience of the area.

Cheonggyesan Gondeurejip (청계산곤드레집)

Cheonggyesan Gondeurejip (청계산곤드레집)

7.9Km    2021-03-19

1, Cheongnyongmaeul, 1-gil, Seocho-gu, Seoul
+82-2-574-4542

This is a Korean cuisine located in Cheonggyesan Mountain, Seoul. A restaurant specializing in bibimbap. The best menu at this restaurant is thistle rice.

Jeongdong Theater (국립 정동극장)

7.9Km    2024-06-19

43 Jeongdong-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
+82-2-751-1500

Jeongdong Theater is located along Deoksugung Stone Wall Path and serves as a cultural hub for local citizens. Opened in 1995, Jeongdong Theater is historically significant as it was established to restitute the legacy of Wongaksa, the first modern theater in Korea. Jeongdong Theater features numerous critically-acclaimed productions, such as “Traditional Art Performance,” “Masters Exhibition,” and “Art Frontier,” as well as programs like “Art Stage at Noon” that are geared toward the general public. As a result, Jeongdong Theater has become one of Korea's representative traditional arts performance theaters and was designated as a Seoul Future Heritage in 2015.

The theater successfully held the performance “Miso” in 2010, featuring the traditional musical "Love Songs from Chunhyang," written and created by Jeongdong Theater. The musical attracted many international visitors from all over the world, passing on Korean cultural values and beauty, as well as gaining the attention of critics worldwide. In addition, the theater also produced "The 2nd Story of Miso: Baebijang-jeon," offering a modern interpretation of the fundamental values found in Korea's culture and art.